A-Rod and Tex sit, Swisher hits 3rd in Game 1
Nick Swisher #33 of the New York Yankees hits a three-run home run in the 8th inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. (June 19, 2011) Credit: Getty Images
The first game of the Yankees' day-night doubleheader in Cincinnati features Nick Swisher hitting No. 3 in the lineup, and Alex Rodriguez on the bench. Here's the lineup Joe Girardi posted in the clubhouse this morning. Click the player's name to see their season stats.
1. Brett Gardner LF
2. Curtis Granderson CF
3. Nick Swisher RF
4. Robinson Cano 2B
5. Jorge Posada 1B
6. Eduardo Nunez SS
7. Ramiro Pena 3B
8. Francisco Cervelli C
9. Freddy Garcia P
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